In the News
A parenting perspective on the latest headlines
September 2012
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09/28/12Michigan Families With Truant Children Can Lose Cash Assistance Welfare Benefits Under New PolicyThe Michigan Department of Human Resources will implement a controversial strategy proposed by Gov. Rick Snyder for curtailing school absences that punishes families with truant children. Posted at 10:42 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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09/24/12Kids' Diet Soda Drinking Doubles, Raises More Obesity ConcernA new study finds more parents and kids are ditching sugary pop for its low-calorie substitutes. But are artificial sweeteners really a better thing? Posted at 09:14 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2 |
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09/21/12Preparing Kids For Seasonal Flu this School YearFlu season is approaching – which means southeast Michigan parents need to know how to keep their kids healthy, and be aware of vaccination availability. |
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09/20/12Teen Sexting Can Be Linked To Other Risky Sexual BehaviorsA new study says sexting correlates with real-life physical sexual behavior in kids. What does this mean – and how can southeast Michigan parents and educators discuss it? |
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09/19/12Small Turtle Family Pets Causing Salmonella ConcernsKids across the U.S. are getting sick from these tiny retiles. Learn about this growing problem and how to prevent an outbreak from happening in your home. |
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09/07/12Kids Are Eating Colorful Laundry Tablets, Getting SickCurious kids in Michigan and nationwide are mistaking gel packets for candy. Get tips on preventing your child from ingesting the concentrated detergent – and learn what to do if it happens. |
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08/27/12The Teen Driving Decline in Southeast MichiganA University of Michigan study shows fewer adolescents hold driver's licenses in the United States – and kids in the Motor City are definitely no exception. |
